Metra

Chicago, IL 60661

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547 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60661
United States
http://www.metrarail.com
312.322.6777

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Metra is a commuter rail service in the Chicago area since 1984.

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Metra
The station, which reopened to passengers on Oct. 28, now features a new elevator that makes it accessible to people with disabilities, a new covered staircase, a kiss & ride lane, bicycle parking, improved pedestrian pathways, a new platform covered by a canopy, and warming shelters.
Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

Metra officially reopens 147th Street/Sibley Boulevard Station

Oct. 30, 2024
The station now includes a new elevator that makes it accessible to people with disabilities, a new covered staircase, a kiss and ride lane, bicycle parking, improved pedestrian...
Metra
Metra's proposed 2025 operating budget is about 4.1 percent higher than the 2024 budget.
Management

Metra proposes $1 billion 2025 operating budget with no fare increases

Oct. 11, 2024
Metra also proposed a $366.4 million capital plan that continues major investment in bridges, stations and new and rehabilitated rolling stock.
CTA
CTA extending #9 Ashland route to Ravenswood Metra station Sept. 3.
Bus

CTA extending #9 Ashland route to Ravenswood Metra station Sept. 3

The new route provides connections to the Metra UP-North line and the #78 Montrose and #81 Lawrence bus routes.
RTA of Northern Illinois
Fare Collection

RTA of Northern Illinois Board of Directors votes in favor of integrated day pass for unlimited rides on CTA, Metra and Pace

The day pass pilot will be launched this year on the Ventra App after the vendor completes development and testing.
Metra
Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

Metra awards contract to rebuild 95th St./Chicago State University Station

June 13, 2024
The contract, awarded to John Burns Construction of Westmont, will work to improve rider experience on the Metra Electric Line.
CTA
Management

RTA of Northern Illinois submits request for $375 million in federal funding to fight climate change

The funding would allow the CTA, Metra and Pace to purchase and deploy state-of-the-art green technology benefiting riders and residents across four counties.
Metra
Infrastructure

Metra reveals list of 2024 construction projects

April 4, 2024
The projects, some of which are already under construction and will continue through the fall, will ensure Metra customers continue to enjoy safe and reliable service.
FTA
Vehicles

FTA awards $631 million in Rail Vehicle Replacement Program grants

The funding will help transit agencies in Chicago, Ill., Philadelphia, Pa., and Baltimore, Md., replace older vehicles with 300 new railcars.

Articles & News

Regional Transportation Authority
Facilities

Regional Transportation Authority of Northern Illinois selects eight stations for pilot program aimed at boosting transit safety

May 17, 2024
The projects will create a welcoming environment and address real and perceived safety issues at stations serving CTA, Metra and Pace systems.
Metra
Vehicles

Metra signs $154 million contract with Stadler for battery electric trainsets

Feb. 22, 2024
The BEMU rail vehicles supplied by Stadler will help Metra to improve air quality in Chicago's more densely populated regions.
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Safety & Security

Metra adopts Passenger Code of Conduct, set to permanently allow bikes on trains Feb. 1

Jan. 18, 2024
The Passenger Code of Conduct identifies prohibited behaviors for anyone using Metra facilities or trains and allows for the suspension of riding privileges and/or confiscation...
Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission
The Watsonville-Santa Cruz Multimodal Corridor Program, which includes transit and active transportation improvements, was one of nine projects awarded funding through the USDOT's Mega grants program.
Management

USDOT awards nearly $1.2 billion in Mega grants

Feb. 1, 2023
The funding includes more than $517 million awarded to four passenger rail and transit projects.
CREATE Program
The Forest Park Flyover will eliminate conflicts between freight and passenger trains; the location is called the most congested rail chokepoint in the Chicago area.
Infrastructure

CREATE Program begins construction on first half of 75th Street CIP

The project will remedy the most congested rail chokepoint in the Chicago area and ease freight and passenger train movements.
Metra
A rendering of the possible color scheme for Metra's battery-powered locomotive.
Vehicles

Metra pursuing zero-emission locomotives

Aug. 18, 2022
The plan, approved by the commuter railroad’s board, will convert up to six of Metra’s oldest locomotives to battery power.
Metra
A project that will rehab the Rogers Park Station on Metra’s Union Pacific North Line was one of 43 Chicagoland projects to be awarded grants through the Invest in Cook Program.
Management

‘Invest in Cook’ awards funds to two Chicago region transit projects

The program awards grants for transportation-related projects and this year, will fund two transit, 16 pedestrian, 11 bicycle, one freight and 13 road projects.
Cook County
Octavia Saffold, a Metra Electric rider, offered a testimonial of the positive impact the Fair Transit South Cook pilot program has had on her life.
Fare Collection

Fair Transit South Cook pilot labeled a success in first annual report

The final two years of the program will see the partners working on an integrated fare payment solution that supports the program’s goals of providing more equitable mobility....
Regional Transportation Authority
RTA, CTA, Metra and Pace have launched a joint advocacy campaign in the Chicago region to share the benefits of transit.
Management

Chicago region’s RTA launches ‘Forward for All’ campaign

The advocacy campaign aims to strengthen regional pride in the transit network and build awareness on the positive impact CTA, Pace and Metra services bring to the area.
Metra
A rendering of the new bridge and Grayland station work.
Infrastructure

Metra breaks ground on bridge project near Grayland Station

Oct. 1, 2021
The project will replace a 122-year-old bridge that carries the Milwaukee District North Line, Amtrak and freight trains.

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RTA of Northern Illinois
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Fare Collection

Access Pilot Program to launch Feb. 1 in Chicago area

Jan. 17, 2024
In partnership with the Regional Transportation Authority of Northern Illinois, Metra and Cook County, Ill., the Access Pilot Program will extend reduced fares on the entire ...
Amtrak
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Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

Public feedback involved in Amtrak’s renovation of Concourse at Chicago Union Station

Jan. 4, 2024
Improvements to the boarding process, modernized amenities and new services are among the changes to be designed.
Management

Metra Board of Directors approves 2024 operating and capital budgets

Nov. 13, 2023
The $1.1 billion operating budget includes a major revision to the agency’s fare structure and a new mix of fare products while the $574.9 million capital budget continues a significant...
Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

Metra to close 103rd Street/Rosemoor Station Nov. 20 for renovation

Nov. 9, 2023
The renovation is expected to take seven to 12 months and is part of the Metra Electric Community Initiative.
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Vehicles

Metra to receive $169.3 million CMAQ grant to buy zero-emission trainsets

Oct. 18, 2023
The funding represents the largest discretionary grant in Metra’s history and allows the agency to be among the first in the U.S. to operate the battery-powered, zero-emission...
RTA
Maulik Vaishnav joins RTA team as senior deputy executive director of planning and capital programming
Management

RTA of Northern Illinois appoints Maulik Vaishnav as senior deputy executive director of planning and capital programming

Vaishnav will coordinate with the CTA, Metra, Pace, other government entities, civic partners and department staff to support regional and local planning and programs.
Pace Suburban Bus
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Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

Pace reveals completed bus station along Pulse Dempster Line

Aug. 10, 2023
The Pulse Dempster Line will provide faster bus service with limited stops, accessible trip information and modern amenities to the community.
Illinois Department of Transportation
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Infrastructure

Illinois Gov. Pritzker launches Chicago Hub Improvement Program

The program will invest nearly $1.1 billion in regional rail infrastructure, upgrade Chicago’s Union Station and improve performance and reduce delays while strengthening the ...
Metra
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Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

Metra cuts ribbon on rehabilitated Blue Island-Vermont Street Station depot

July 24, 2023
The $3.7 million project included a complete interior renovation, renovation of the roof and repairs to meet ADA compliance for accessible routes and new wayfinding and intermodal...